Beamish Primary School

About Beamish Primary School

Beamish Primary School is a smaller than average primary school with a nursery offering 15- and 30-hour places for 2, 3 and 4-year-old pupils. We provide a warm, nurturing, and stimulating environment where every child feels safe, valued, and excited to learn.

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Key Facts

Founded 1908

Head/Principal Mrs Telfer

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.7

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

2.5

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Reviews 4

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David R Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 20, 2022

5.0

"Excellent School"

We've been part of the Beamish Primary School community for three years, and it's truly been a fantastic experience. The school's values of kindness, respect, and hard work have rubbed off on my child and our whole family.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Emily B Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 15, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful Experience"

I've been impressed with Beamish Primary School since my child started in Reception. The staff are caring and enthusiastic, and my child has thrived in the supportive environment.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Sarah T Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 10, 2021

5.0

"Happy and Engaged"

My child has been attending Beamish Primary School for a year now, and I'm delighted with the progress they've made. The school's focus on early literacy and numeracy has been really beneficial, and the extracurricular activities are a great bonus.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rebecca J Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 25, 2020

4.0

"Mixed Feelings"

My child attended Beamish Primary School a few years ago, and while we had some great experiences, there were also some frustrating moments. Communication between teachers and parents could be improved, and the school's policies on discipline seemed inconsistent at times.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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